Solar Power Profile - Bahgallah, VIC 3312
More than 131 homes in postcode 3312 have solar panels installed, which includes the towns of Bahgallah, Muntham, Brimboal, Carapook, Chetwynd, Dergholm, Dorodong, Dunrobin, Henty, Killara, Lake Mundi, Lindsay, Nangeela, Poolaijelo, Powers Creek, Sandford, Strathdownie, Wando Bridge, Wando Vale and Warrock.
In terms of solar power, collectively that's a whopping 759 kW of solar panels installed that are generating on average 2,784 kWh per day, or 1,016 MWh per year. This means the average solar-powered home in this area is saving $1,341.375 per year, which combined saves this community approximately $177,828 per year.
Bahgallah and 3312 are also doing their bit for the planet too because this amount of solar power has reduced the yearly carbon footprint for the area by 843.28 tonnes. To put this into perspective, that's the equivalent amount of yearly carbon dioxide captured and sequestered by 324,114 trees, or it's equivalent to 7,027,333 km worth of car emissions.
Solar Ranking
Postcode 3312
535th
State Wide
2064th
Australia Wide
Solar Power in Bahgallah
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Bahgallah: Casterton - approx. 9.2 km
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Community Solar Statistics - Bahgallah, 3312
Bahgallah Demographics
Bahgallah and the postcode of 3312 has a total population of 931 people, with a median age of 49 years. There are 502 households in Bahgallah, with an average of 0.7 people per bedroom. The average number of people per household is 2.4 with a median income of 1408 per week per household.
About 65% of homes in the area are homeowners who either own their home outright or have a mortgage. The median mortage repayment in Bahgallah is $800/month. By installing solar power in Bahgallah, the average household could save 13.97% of their monthly mortage, resulting in approximately a $120074 saving over the lifetime of their loan, assuming they put the electricity savings toward their home loan, a $500,000 loan, with a 4% interest rate over 30 years. Electricy cost savings from an average solar system is approximately 1.83% of household income. Clearly, installing solar power in Bahgallah is a sensible thing to do financially and for the planet.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
About Bahgallah
BAHGALLAH VIC 3312 is a small town located in the Western District of Victoria, Australia. The town is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and is home to several natural attractions, including the Mount Eccles National Park and the Budj Bim National Heritage Landscape. Visitors can explore the town's rich history by visiting the BAHGALLAH Heritage Trail, which showcases the town's historic buildings and landmarks.
The town experiences a temperate climate with mild summers and cool winters. BAHGALLAH receives an average of 5.5 hours of sunshine per day, making it an ideal location for solar energy production. Solar installers in BAHGALLAH can take advantage of the town's optimal solar panel angle and orientation, which is between 20-30 degrees facing north. However, shading issues can be a concern in some areas, so it's important to consult with a professional solar installer to determine the best location for solar panel installation.
Installing solar energy in BAHGALLAH can provide numerous benefits, including reducing energy costs, decreasing reliance on non-renewable energy sources, and contributing to a cleaner environment. With the town's ample sunshine hours and ideal solar panel orientation, BAHGALLAH has the potential to produce high solar yields, making it an attractive location for solar power production. Solar power can also provide economic benefits to the town, creating jobs and attracting investment in renewable energy infrastructure.